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Keeping safe when using the Internet is important for everyone whether we are buying things, emailing people, or chatting on social networks. The Greater Manchester Police cadets have provided some messages of advice to help us all stay safe online:

There are many benefits from being able to buy things online or to contact with people using social networks. The technology has allowed us to safe time by being able to do business at the touch of a button. But using the Internet and social networks has meant that criminals are looking for ways of gathering your personal information for identity theft, to defraud or carry out other illegal activities.

Never circulate personal information or details through social networks as you never know who may be access it

Avoid clicking on links or answering emails or posts that don’t seem right as they may contain viruses or be linked to scams

If you are offered things that appear to be too good to be true then they probably are

Put a lock or PIN on your smartphone so that other people can’t access your data

Use ‘find my phone’ apps that can track your phone if it goes missing or is stolen

If you have an Apple phone, activate "Find my iPhone" to make sure you can still track your phone if it is lost or stolen

Lock or Pin

You can protect your personal information on smartphones, tablets and computers by always using a PIN. The Greater Manchester Police cadets have provided some messages of advice to help us all stay safe online:

Passwords

The Greater Manchester Police cadets have provided some messages of advice to help us all stay safe online. Make sure you use strong passwords that are updated regularly and this will help to protect your account from hackers.

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Privacy

Protect your personal information whether that is on the Internet or when you are using social networks. Privacy settings are important so make sure you and your children are using them. The Greater Manchester Police cadets have provided some messages of advice to help us all stay safe online.

Antivirus Software

Make sure you install antivirus software and that you keep it up to date. It will keep your personal information safe and help protect you from hackers looking to steal your identity. The Greater Manchester Police cadets have provided some messages of advice to help us all stay safe online.